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[know one's
way around] or [know one's way about] {v. phr.} 1. Tounderstand how things
happen in the world; he experienced in the waysof the world.
The sailor had
been in the wildest ports in theworld. He knew his way around.
Compare: HAVE
BEEN AROUND. 2. or{informal} [know one's onions] or [know one's stuff] To
haveexperience and skill in an activity.
Before trying to make anypottery, it
is better to get advice from someone who knows his stuffin ceramics.
Compare:
DRY BEHIND THE EARS.
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